Intrinsic Motivation In Sports

2016-01-14T16:40:13+08:00

I ntrinsic motivation refers to motivation that is driven by an interest or enjoyment in the task itself, and exists within the individual rather than relying on any external pressure. It is based on taking pleasure in an activity rather than working towards an external reward. An athlete no matter how good he/she is needs motivation. At times they will get discouraged by what they see or hear from other people and will need to seek other ways to be inspired. Knowing how to keep yourself motivated will help keep you focused even in the midst of distractions.   [...]

Intrinsic Motivation In Sports2016-01-14T16:40:13+08:00

Raven Magwood teaches positive self talk statements

2020-09-30T22:21:34+08:00

Trembling, tremors, unsteadiness, body getting weak, pounding heart and sweating, these are just some of the symptoms that an athlete can feel when they are experiencing anxiety in sports. We all know how this can affect their focus and concentration during the competition causing them to lack confidence and lose the game. In this video Raven will discuss how an athlete can stay positive to overcome anxiety in sports performance. This is Part 2 of the interview series with Raven Magwood, a teenage author, motivational speaker, and TV talk show host. She is the author of the book, "On to Victory! [...]

Raven Magwood teaches positive self talk statements2020-09-30T22:21:34+08:00

Imagination Practice Can Be Better Than Real Practice – Pressure Tip 1

2020-09-30T23:21:54+08:00

Welcome to the Mental Toughness Academy and thank you for joining our community! This is the first in a series of Pressure Tips to help you overcome any fears or limitations that are holding you back and get your came to the next level! This first video in a series of Pressure Tips helps you understand how to be intense without being tense... Step #1 is you need to start practicing being in pressure in your imagination, so you are ready when you experience it in real life. This is what is otherwise known as a desensitization process. The more you [...]

Imagination Practice Can Be Better Than Real Practice – Pressure Tip 12020-09-30T23:21:54+08:00

Using Positive Self Talk In Sports

2014-06-13T02:00:32+08:00

Welcome to the Mental Toughness Academy! Craig, the mental toughness trainer teaches a group of football players the importance of using positive self talk to get their game to the next level. “This is a big deal. I want us really locked in on this meeting. I want us getting better because of it. We all need this. I’m going to introduce a guy here. His name is Craig Sigl. He is a Mental Toughness Trainer. We got to get ready. We got to get better up here. Let’s go and let’s listen to what he said. And let’s take some [...]

Using Positive Self Talk In Sports2014-06-13T02:00:32+08:00
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